Track Maintenance (Laborer, Truck Driver, Welder) - 200 District

BNSF Railway • Glasgow, MT

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway, where joining our Engineering Department means contributing to the backbone of our nation's rail infrastructure. As a member of our Track Maintenance Team, you'll play a vital role in constructing, inspecting, and repairing tracks and other railroad assets and maintaining our railway corridors. This is a full-time (40hrs/wk) position and is subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Travel is required to (and remain at) job sites for extended periods, sometimes for days or weeks at a time, in the designated seniority region. Residency Requirement: Maintenance of Way employees must reside within their hired district for the duration of employment. Employees are required to: Maintain residency within the hired district or within 50 miles of a designated BNSF depot serving that district. Notify and obtain written approval from BNSF before any change of residence outside of the hired district. Failure to comply may result in: Loss of travel pay benefits Repayment of previously paid travel expenses Impact to employment status Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.

Requirements

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• Able to work in the US without company sponsorship now AND in the future.
• Ability to report for duty at the designated work location
• Able to work safely in the listed working conditions and shift/hours and meet the travel requirements
• Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear, and understand) English
• Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs occasionally
• Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license
• Able to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow, and lunar (clear) light
• Ability to differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) and discriminate (comprehend) verbal communication in the work environment.
• Able to use hands to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning, and pulling
• Bend, walk, stand and sit for extended time, occasionally climb on and off equipment; use hand tools.
• Comply with safety policies, procedures, and rules, including wearing all required personal protective equipment
• Maintain residency within the hired district or within 50 miles of a designated BNSF depot serving that district.

Nice To Haves

• Welder duties include welding, grinding, and cutting rail, learning, understanding, and following BNSF welding procedures as well as maintaining records and time sheets.
• In addition to operating welding trucks safely and efficiently, taking proper precautions to reduce fire risks, responsibilities may also include ordering material which includes welding supplies, grinding stones, reports, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Repair and rebuild railroad track as well as perform maintenance by pulling spikes, cutting, welding, or drilling rail.
• Maintain a clean right of way by removing hazards such as brush, trees, vegetation, litter, and cargo spillage.
• Manually compress ballast, remove/install ties and replace, cut, and adjust rail in addition to lifting and carrying materials with assistance.
• Operate power hand tools such as electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic as well as non-powered hand tools. Examples of tools used: drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, grinders, shovels, picks, and saws.
• Operate 26K+ lb trucks and ensure proper truck and equipment maintenance and record keeping.
• Weld, grind, and cut rail, learning, understanding, and following BNSF welding procedures as well as maintaining records and time sheets.
• Order material which includes welding supplies, grinding stones, reports, and safety.
• Engage in daily safety conversations to achieve our vision.
• Adhere to safety regulations, rules, and policies, including wearing safety equipment, responding to concerns, and taking action in emergencies.

Benefits

• A range of health care options for you and your dependents including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, wellness coaching, 2nd opinion services, and high-quality care network options.
• Life insurance, provided at no cost to you.
• A Railroad Retirement program and competitive 401(k) plan to help you meet your retirement goals.
• Family benefits including parental and pediatric support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and spending accounts.
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed